The Brooklyn Nets visit the Boston Celtics on Friday, November 21 in an NBA Cup East Group A matchup at TD Garden, with tip-off set for 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT. The game will air on NBC Sports Boston and YES Network, and stream through providers that carry those regional sports networks plus out-of-market options via NBA League Pass.
Nets vs Celtics Game Info
- Matchup: Brooklyn Nets (2-12) at Boston Celtics (8-7)
- Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET (6:30 CT / 5:30 MT / 4:30 PT)
- Location: TD Garden â Boston, Massachusetts
- TV: NBC Sports Boston, YES Network
- Streaming: Fubo and other live TV streamers that carry NBCS-BOS/YES; NBA League Pass for out-of-market fans (blackout rules apply)
- Odds (as of an hour before tip): Celtics around -14.5, total ~222.5, moneyline Celtics -900 / Nets +550 (per ESPN)
What channel is Nets vs Celtics on tonight?
Tonightâs Nets-Celtics game will be shown on NBC Sports Boston in the Boston market and YES Network in the New York market.
Out-of-market viewers can watch via NBA League Pass, while some streaming platforms such as Fubo and other live TV services carry NBCS-BOS and YES in select regions.
How to watch Nets vs Celtics online without cable
If youâve cut the cord, you still have several options:
- Live TV streaming services that carry NBC Sports Boston and YES in-market, including Fubo and other regional packages.
- Network apps (NBC Sports, YES) that may allow in-market streaming with a valid TV provider login.
- NBA League Pass for out-of-market viewers, though the game will be blacked out where regional or national rights apply.
Check your ZIP code within each app to confirm availability before tip.
Nets vs Celtics odds, spread & over/under
Sportsbooks are treating this like a mismatch:
- Spread: Celtics about -14.5
- Moneyline: Celtics roughly -900, Nets around +550
- Total: sitting near 222.5 points
Boston has won three straight and just beat Brooklyn 113-99 earlier this week, while the Nets come in at 2-12 with one of the leagueâs worst point differentials.
Projected Nets vs Celtics starting lineups & injury report
Projected Nets starting lineup
- PG: Egor Dëmin
- SG: Terance Mann
- SF: Michael Porter Jr.
- PF: Noah Clowney
- C: Nic Claxton
Nets injuries:
- Haywood Highsmith â Out (right knee surgery)
- Cam Thomas â Out (left hamstring strain)
- Ben Saraf â Out (left ankle sprain)
- Nolan Traore, Danny Wolf â Out (G League assignments)
Projected Celtics starting lineup
- PG: Derrick White
- SG: Payton Pritchard
- SF: Jaylen Brown
- PF: Jordan Walsh
- C: Neemias Queta
Celtics injuries:
- Jayson Tatum â Out (right Achilles repair)
- Two-way big Amari Williams and guards Ron Harper Jr. and Max Shulga are listed but have played limited NBA minutes.
With Tatum sidelined, books are eyeing bigger workloads from Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, including props on Brownâs scoring and Whiteâs three-pointers.
Why tonightâs Nets vs Celtics NBA Cup game matters
This is an NBA Cup group-stage game, so it counts both in the regular-season standings and toward East Group A play.
Boston is trying to climb above .500 and stay alive in group play without Tatum, leaning on Brown, White and a surprisingly productive Queta frontcourt. On the other side, Brooklyn is using this Cup run as a trial by fire for rookies like Dëmin and defensive stopper Drake Powell while hoping Michael Porter Jr. keeps up his streak of 20-point nights.
Nets vs Celtics prediction
On paper, this is Bostonâs game to lose. The Celtics are at home, healthier overall and already handled the Nets by double digits in Brooklyn earlier this week. Brooklynâs youth movement has shown flashes, but late-game execution and defensive rebounding remain glaring issues.
Lean: Celtics to win comfortably and continue their NBA Cup push, with Brooklyn needing a hot shooting night from Porter and surprise contributions off the bench to keep it inside the number.
Nets vs Celtics TV, time & streaming FAQ
What time does Nets vs Celtics start tonight?
Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET at TD Garden in Boston.
What channel is Nets vs Celtics on?
The game will air on NBC Sports Boston and YES Network, depending on your market.
How can I stream Nets vs Celtics without cable?
You can stream through live TV services that carry NBCS-BOS and YES in-market, or via NBA League Pass if youâre out of market and not subject to blackouts.Â
Who is favored to win Nets vs Celtics?
Oddsmakers have the Celtics as heavy home favorites, around -15.5 with the total near 222 points as of Friday afternoon.Â
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